Hitting the Streets Podcast

Welcome back to Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show, I’m sitting down with Melissa Schmitz, Executive Director of Grayson Grand Central Station, to talk about the incredible work they are doing right here in our community. We dive into the mission behind Grand Central Station, the programs they provide, including Children’s Express, The Dining Car, and the Market Depot and how these pro...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show, I’m sitting down with the lovely and talented Edyn Rashae, owner of Edyn Rashae Studio . 🎨 Edyn shares her story, her journey as an artist, what inspires her creativity, and what’s coming next! So settle in, and tune in to hear her story! Follow her on FB ! https://www.facebook.com/edynrashae

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show, I have Jean Roelke. Jean and I sat down to talk about the power of art, the importance of creativity, and why art matters in our communities. Tune in to hear Jean’s story and our conversation about the impact art has on all of us.

Today on Hitting the Streets Podcast, I’m sitting down with Shuvonn Hancock, owner of Sugar & Spice Cafe, to hear the story behind the coffee! Shuvonn shares how Sugar & Spice Cafe got started, why she chose coffee, some of the challenges that come with owning a small business, and how her journey has grown from one location to a second location—and even a coffee cart! And since we’re cele...

Welcome back to Hitting the Streets Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on the people, businesses, nonprofits, artists, and organizations making a difference right here in Texoma. Today, I have Shannon Steele, owner of Hello Honey Pet Care, on the mic! Now, if you know Shannon, you probably know her for taking care of your fur babies—but there’s another creative side to Shannon that you may not kn...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today I'm joined by Darrah Dunn, Managing Artistic Director and Chessica Moon Burton, Board Member from Sherman Community Players as we talk about their upcoming Annual Summer Benefit Dinner Theatre. More than just a night at the theater, this annual fundraiser helps support one of Texoma's longest-standing nonprofit community thea...

Today on Hitting the Streets Podcast, we're uncovering a fascinating piece of Sherman's history that many people have never heard about: The Woodmen Circle Home. The Woodmen Circle was once one of the largest women's fraternal organizations in the United States. Guided by the principles of Love, Wisdom, and Power, its members helped establish a home in Sherman that cared for orphaned children and...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast ! Today on the show, I'm excited to welcome Michelle Haynes of Michelle Haynes Content Solutions. Michelle helps businesses create knowledge libraries and custom prompts that teams can use with their own AI systems to produce more accurate and consistent results. AI has quickly become one of the most talked-about and sometimes controver...

What does it really take to grow as an artist? Part Two In this special live Artist Circle episode, recorded at ARTrageous Art Hub, I sit down with artists Krystal Skinner, Ruth Williamson, and Taylor Brooke for an honest conversation about creativity, growth, marketing, selling artwork, overcoming self-doubt, and finding your artistic voice. Together, we share lessons learned, challenges faced, a...

What does it really take to grow as an artist? In this special live Artist Circle episode, (Part One) recorded at ARTrageous Art Hub, I sit down with artists Krystal Skinner, Ruth Williamson, and Taylor Brooke for an honest conversation about creativity, growth, marketing, selling artwork, overcoming self-doubt, and finding your artistic voice. Together, we share lessons learned, challenges faced,...

In this special episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast, I'm taking a moment to say thank you. From the businesses and individuals who support this show to the listeners, followers, friends, and family who continue to cheer me on, this episode is all about gratitude. Join me as I share the story behind Hitting the Streets Podcast, why I created it, and recognize the amazing sponsors and support...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show, I have Chantal Zalewski with Texoma Gluten Free on the mic sharing her journey, knowledge, and passion for helping make dining more accessible for the gluten-free community here in Texoma. In this episode, we dive into what gluten-free really means, the difference between gluten-free and gluten-friendly, common misconcep...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! Today on the show, I’m sitting down with the wonderful Michelle Castle for a real and reflective conversation about success, burnout, priorities, and what it truly means to build a life that feels aligned, not just impressive on paper. Michelle wears many hats, mortgage strategist, business coach, author, wife, mom, and leader, but in this...

Today on the show, Britney Barker, Executive Director of the Children’s Advocacy Center, is back on the mic to talk about the impactful programs available right here in our community. We dive into how CAC supports children and families, the resources they provide, and why their work is so important. These are the conversations that matter, the ones that bring awareness and real change. You’ll also...

Today on the show, Courtney Murphy, Development & Outreach Coordinator for the Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center, is on the mic to talk about the power of outreach and why it plays such a critical role in protecting children in our community. We dive into what outreach really looks like, how education and awareness can help prevent abuse, and why these conversations, while not alwa...

In this episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast, we sit down with Conner Gray, owner of All Stitched Up Puppets. From humble beginnings in 2019 to building a business rooted in quality craftsmanship, Conner shares his journey of creating custom, handcrafted puppets designed for comfort, durability, and creativity. We talk about the challenges of starting out, lessons learned along the way, and the...

Today on Hitting the Streets, I sit down with Amy Hoffman-Shehan to talk about the upcoming Texoma Earth Day Festival happening April 18th! This year’s theme, “Planet vs. Plastics,” shines a light on simple, practical ways we can all reduce our environmental impact and take better care of our planet. The Texoma Earth Day Festival is a fun, family-friendly community event where everyday people can...

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast. My guest today is MJ Sumrall, a U.S. Army Veteran, recovery coach, author, and founder of triumphantlythriving.com . MJ works with service members, veterans, first responders, and trauma survivors to help them move out of survival mode and into the lives that are resilient, regulated, and intentionally thriving. Her story is one of resilie...

Today on the show, I sit down with Rayce Guess, Vice President of the NAACP Grayson County chapter. We talk about the founding of the NAACP in 1909, the purpose behind its mission, and why its work continues to matter today. We also bring the conversation local, exploring the history of the Grayson County NAACP and the role it plays in our community. A meaningful discussion about history, justice,...

Today on the show, I’m joined by Taylor Marquez, a licensed aesthetician with over a decade of experience in the skincare and beauty industry. From working on film sets, red carpets, and special effects makeup in Los Angeles to providing personalized, results-driven treatments today, Taylor brings artistry, expertise, and genuine care to every client she serves. For her, skincare is more than a se...

Today on the show, I sit down with Kaneesha Worthington and Leo Ransom, two successful Black artists, to talk about the stories, experiences, and inspiration that shaped their work. From creative process to cultural expression, this discussion goes beyond the artwork and into the heart of what it truly means to create with purpose. Real voices. Real perspectives. Real conversations. Tune in!

In this episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast , we focus on the George Hughes Memorial Scholarship, a scholarship created to honor the life of George Hughes and to acknowledge a painful chapter in Sherman and Grayson County history that many are only now learning about. This conversation explores how the scholarship was established, why remembering local history matters, and how education can be...

Welcome to Season 9! A birthday audio blog to kick off the year. In this first entry, I’m sharing the book that reshaped how I view my art career, giving updates on new services coming to Hitting the Streets, previewing February’s Culture on Canvas project, and celebrating a month full of wins, clients, art sales, and community support. A simple, honest look at what’s happening behind the scenes.

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast! This episode is a year-end reflection on grief, growth, and staying the course. I share the highs and lows of the past year, from navigating grief to celebrating major wins, meaningful guests, creative growth, and recognition that kept the momentum going. Please tune in!

Today on Hitting the Streets Podcast, I sat down with Britney Barker, Executive Director of the Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center , and let me tell you, this conversation opened my eyes. Their work is tough, necessary, and absolutely vital for the safety of kids in our community. Their mission is clear: to provide a multi-disciplinary collaboration of services focused on prevention, interv...